Everything we know so far about DCU live-action shows

The CW's DC experiment is over, and FOX's Gotham hasn't quite hit the mark. However, The Penguin soared, becoming a landmark achievement in DC adaptations. What's next for the DC Universe? Peacemaker and Gunn have delivered the absurd, crossover-heavy content that Black Label comic fans craved.

Here's a rundown of upcoming series and animated projects:

Table of Contents

• Creature Commandos Season 2
• Peacemaker Season 2
• Paradise Lost
• Booster Gold
• Waller
• Lanterns
• Dynamic Duo

Creature Commandos Season 2

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Max has renewed Creature Commandos after its successful December 5th premiere. Peter Safran and James Gunn celebrated the show's critical acclaim and box office success alongside Peacemaker and The Penguin, exceeding expectations across the board. This unique DCU series, created by Gunn, follows a supernatural military unit led by Rick Flag, featuring werewolves, vampires, mythological creatures, and a reanimated horror icon. The show balances action, the supernatural, and dark humor. It boasts an IMDb rating of 7.8 and a 95% Rotten Tomatoes score, exploring themes of transformation, camaraderie, and self-discovery. The cast includes Indira Varma, Sean Gunn, Alan Tudyk, Zoë Chao, David Harbour, and Frank Grillo.

Peacemaker Season 2

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Release Date: August 2025

John Cena, in a September 2024 interview with Variety, discussed the extended production of Peacemaker Season 2 and its integration into the revamped DC Universe under Gunn and Safran. While remaining tight-lipped on specifics, Cena highlighted the show's initial success and the deliberate, quality-focused approach to its sequel. The extended timeline reflects a commitment to seamless integration within the larger DC narrative, prioritizing coherence over speed. Filming is underway, indicating significant progress.

Paradise Lost

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Paradise Lost is a dramatic exploration of Themyscira's origins, preceding Wonder Woman. Peter Safran describes it as having a Game of Thrones feel, focusing on the political intrigue within Amazonian society. James Gunn has confirmed it's in active development, with the focus currently on script refinement.

Booster Gold

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The Booster Gold series features a time-traveling hero from the future who uses futuristic technology to create a heroic persona in the present. Michael Jon Carter, aided by his robotic companion Skeets, leverages his knowledge of the future. While details are scarce, James Gunn confirmed on the Happy Sad Confused podcast that the script is still undergoing revisions to meet the studio's high standards.

Waller

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Waller, starring Viola Davis, will chronicle events following Peacemaker Season 2. James Gunn, via Deadline, explained that its production schedule is coordinated with Superman's, and the series features a talented team including Christal Henry and Jeremy Carver. Gunn's social media posts confirm ongoing progress, adhering to DC's script-first approach. Steve Agee's comments reinforce the studio's commitment to quality over speed.

Lanterns

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HBO's eight-episode Lanterns series, initially slated for Max, features Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King as writers, and James Hawes as director and executive producer. Ulrich Thomsen joins the cast as Sinestro, alongside Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre. The story focuses on Hal Jordan and John Stewart investigating a murder that reveals a larger conspiracy, blending interstellar law enforcement with earthly crime.

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Gunn emphasized the series' earthbound setting and its resemblance to True Detective. The color-coded costumes (Hal in green, John in yellow) hint at complex character dynamics. Gunn also teased the potential appearance of other Lantern Corps members.

Dynamic Duo

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DC Studios and Swaybox Studios are collaborating on Dynamic Duo, an animated feature focusing on Dick Grayson and Jason Todd. Variety highlights the exploration of their friendship and contrasting aspirations. Arthur Mintz directs using innovative "Momo animation," and Matthew Aldrich wrote the screenplay. James Gunn's announcement mentioned collaboration with Matt Reeves' production company.